France is actually one of the hardliners in Europe when it comes to fighting terrorism. You can interpret that any way you want.
/ Johan
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Learning from France in tackling terrorism
Aug 11th 2005
From The Economist print edition
SINCE the London bombings, all European governments have been re-evaluating their counter-terrorism strategies. Many have been studying France, which has both experience of Islamist terrorism and a reputation for toughness. Right on cue, the French government has promised a new anti-terrorism law by the end of this month, designed to strengthen the hardline approach that it has put in place over the past ten years.…